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TIG: Driving Innovation for Transportation Keith Platte, P.E. Program Manager AAASHTO

TIG: Driving Innovation for Transportation Keith Platte, P.E. Program Manager AAASHTO. What does TIG do?. Promotes Focus Technologies that are:. market-ready high pay-off. How does TIG work?. Two Tier System Executive Committee (top DOT executives) Lead State Teams. How does TIG work?.

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TIG: Driving Innovation for Transportation Keith Platte, P.E. Program Manager AAASHTO

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  1. TIG:Driving Innovation for Transportation Keith Platte, P.E.Program ManagerAAASHTO

  2. What does TIG do? Promotes Focus Technologies that are: • market-ready • high pay-off

  3. How does TIG work? • Two Tier System • Executive Committee (top DOT executives) • Lead State Teams

  4. How does TIG work? • Executive Committee (top DOT executives) • Solicit and Select the Technologies (Annually - 3-4 Focus Technologies, 2-3 Additional Selected Technologies) • Program Oversight and Management

  5. How does TIG work? • Lead State Teams • Formed for every Focus Technologies • 4-7 State DOT Subject Matter Experts • 1-2 FHWA • 1-2 Industry

  6. How does TIG work? • Types of Technologies • Focus Technology • Lead State Team is Formed • Dedicated budget for marketing/implementation • Additional Selected Technologies (AST) • No Team assembled • Produces a White Paper

  7. What are the current Focus Technologies? • Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT) • Construction Analysis Software Tools (CAST) • Automated Machine Guidance (AMG) • Precast Concrete Paving Slabs (PCPS)

  8. What are the current Focus Technologies? (cont’d) • Maintenance Decision Support Systems (MDSS) • Cable Median Barriers (CMB) • Weigh in Motion (WIM)

  9. Additionally Selected Technologies (AST):? • Slope Stabilization Using Recycled Plastic Reinforcement • Low Profile Barrier Systems • Embedded Data Collector

  10. What do Lead States Teams do? • Provide hands-on assistance • Identify prospective adopters • Reach out to other key stakeholders

  11. Types of deliverables from Focus Technologies? • Suite of Materials (with a TIG Brand) • Brochure • Presentation (PPT or Video) • Case Histories • Website

  12. Tell us about Self-Propelled Modular Transporters… • Why SPMT? Why now? • Significantly reduce traffic congestion/impact • Open highways to traffic in minutes/hours • Improve quality and constructability • Improve work zone safety • Increase contractor and owner options

  13. What are SPMT’s? • Combination of multi-axle platforms • Operated through state-of-the-art computer control system • Capable of pivoting 360 degrees • Lift, carry, and set very large and heavy loads

  14. How do SPMT’s work? • motorized vehicles that move at walking speed • carry bridge structures from offsite locations • position them precisely into position • return area to traffic within minutes or hours

  15. What bridge operations are SPMTs used for? • New bridge installation • Reconstruction • Move & “recycle” entire structures • Removal of old structures

  16. Sample of SPMT Savings: Mobilization cost offset by savings: • Fewer/shorter maintenance-of-traffic setups • No temporary-detour construction/repair of long-term detours • Less user costs from construction-related delay and congestion • Better performance of prefabricated structure. Contractors reap: lower insurance premiums, more projects, less manpower and equipment rental time

  17. Tell us about Automated Machine Guidance… • Why AMG? Why now? • Links software with construction equipment • Directs the operation of machinery • Provides a high level of precision • Improves speed and accuracy

  18. AMG also means: • Less changes, busts, reengineering and rework • Less labor /time to produce high quality results • Improved worker safety • Agencies/contractors save time and money • Better ride quality for customers

  19. AMG is currently popular for: • Grading operations

  20. How does AMG work? • Three-dimensional computer models to move materials with precision • Info via GPS about how much to move or aggregate level • Machine controls materials while operator drives down roadbed

  21. AMG holds promise for: • Curb placement • Paving • Trenching

  22. Tell us about Construction Analysis Software Tools… Why CAST? Why now? • CAST provides Information on construction options that helps agencies: • “Try before they buy” • Minimize traffic congestion during congestion • Maximize safe mobility • Gather and organize data for IA and TMP, per new FHWA rule

  23. Use CAST for: • Planning • Design • Implementation

  24. CAST options include: • Traffic simulation/analysis • Traffic management • Construction scheduling/cost analysis • Combination of these options

  25. CAST decision factors include: • Analysis context • Tool category • Most appropriate tool within category

  26. Tell us about Precast Concrete Paving Slabs… Why PCPS? Why now? • Proven quality, durability and long-term performance • Accelerate construction scheduling and sequencing • Reduce work zone duration and size limits • Reduce construction delays/congestion • Economically viable

  27. Types and products: • Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Paving Panel • Full-Depth Repair/Joint Replacement • Uretek Precast Panel using High Density Polyurethane • “Super-Slab™” • Kwik Joint Coupling system

  28. More Information on PCPS: Check the PCPS Website: • Frequently asked questions • Sample specifications • Background Information on the various products

  29. So how does TIG pay for all this? • Voluntary Contribution • Bill sent to the CEO/Sectaries office around August/September timeframe • 40 States at $6000 each

  30. What’s the latest? • Announcement of new TIG technologies: Spring AASHTO Meeting • Solicitation for New Technologies in May/June • New Guidebook for Lead State Teams • Call for Lead State participation

  31. How can we get involved? • Be a pooled fund participant (Work with your Research Manager and Chief Engineer) • Serve on a Lead States Team • Submit your agency’s technology

  32. How do I learn more? www.aashtotig.org Or contact: Keith Platte, P.E. Program Manager kplatte@aashto.org 202/624-7830

  33. Thank you! Any questions?

  34. LaDOTD I-10 / LA 35 Manual on Use of Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) to Remove and Replace Bridges By Mary Lou Ralls, P.E.Ralls Newman, LLC AASHTO TIG SPMT Lead States Team Initial MeetingTallahasse, FloridaJuly 26, 2007 At each end of span, four 6-axle SPMT units coupled longitudinally & laterally

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